Description & Duties: The command division. The first division's responsibilities include relaying orders both from Central 46, and the Sotaicho to the rest of the Gotei 13. If situations arise which need precise and competent handling, a contingent of First division members is dispatched. As the General Commander, the Captain of the First Division has authority over all other Captains in the Gotei 13. In the same manner, the Vice-Captain of the First Division has authority over all other Vice-Captains in the Gotei 13. Their orders must be followed, and can only be countermanded by Captains, or the Commander General. First Division members are known to be expert in all forms of Shinigami combat and tactics.